​Frequently asked questions

How does this translation of the Sublime Quran by Laleh Bakhtiar,
Ph. D., differ from other English translations?

• It is an universal, inclusive translation with no parenthetical expressions
• The translation has internal consistency and reliability
• There is a different English equivalent for each Arabic grammatical form
• Words not appearing in the Arabic but necessary for English are in italics
• The translation is presented line by line and not verse by verse
• Symbols for how a line is recited in Arabic are placed at the end of a line
• Reverts 4:34 and “to beat” back to its original interpretation meaning “to go away”

When will the “Sublime Quran” be available?

The “Sublime Quran” is available now in two volumes: hardback or paperback. You can order from Kazi Publications.